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10 fruits and vegetable PEELS that are beneficial for overall health

While both fruits and vegetables are a great source of nutrients, essential for overall health, their skins are equally important. From orange to potato, here are 10 different types of peels that you can include in your everyday diet.

Published: April 5, 2018 7:23:09 pm

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While both fruits and vegetables are a great source of nutrients, essential for overall health, their skins and peels are equally important. Although the peel may not look appetising, it can be extremely beneficial in boosting your metabolism, controlling blood pressure and improving eyesight, to name a few. From orange and pomegranate to potato and onion, here are 10 different types of peels that are edible and you can include in your everyday diet.

Orange: Orange peels are a great option to get rid of pimples, blackheads, dead cells, blemishes and dark circles. It also helps dry skin stay hydrated and adds glow to your face. You can mix water and orange peel (dried and grounded) to your scalp as it helps get rid of dandruff. It is also good for reducing digestion problems. (Source: Thinkstock Images)

Watermelon: A thirst quencher during summers, not many know that watermelon rind has more benefits that the fruit itself. It contains zinc, potassium, magnesium, antioxidants and vitamin A and C. It helps in overall digestion and helps your body get rid of toxic waste. (Source: Pixabay)

Potatoes: While most of us throw away potato peels, very few know that it is filled with nutrients like iron, calcium, potassium, vitamins and magnesium. It helps boost metabolism and helps control blood sugar. Being an antibacterial agent, potato skin is also good for your skin. Besides, it helps in preventing cancer. (Source: Thinkstock Images)

Pomegranate: These are a rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants. It helps in detoxifying the body and prevent heart diseases. It is also used to get relief from cough and sore throats. You need to add grinded pomegranate peel to a cup of water and gargle it - repeat this twice daily for faster results. The best part is, you can also use it as an effective skin moisturiser and a sun-block agent. (Source: Thinkstock Images)

Onions: Onion skins are a good source of antioxidants and rich in quercetin, a plant flavonol that can help reduce asthma, chronic infections and diabetes. It also has fibre that help reduce heart disease, digestive problems and lowers blood pressure level. (Source: File Photo)

Apples: Apple peel is a storehouse of nutrition. It contains a whole lot of proteins, vitamins and essential minerals. While vitamin A and C are excellent for the skin, eyesight and strengthening the immunity system, the presence of iron and calcium makes it good for bones and teeth. It is also a great source of antioxidants, which helps in preventing a lot of diseases. (Source: Thinkstock Images)

Banana: Banana peels are rich in nutrients and carbohydrates. It consists of vitamins B6, B12, magnesium and potassium. It can be used as a teeth whitener and removing acne. Just apply the peel onto the affected area for five minutes everyday to get faster results. It is a good pain reliever and heals psoriasis as well - you just need to apply it on the infected area. Always use a fresh banana peel and never keep an unpeeled banana for too long as it may be harmful for health. (Source: Thinkstock Images)

Cucumber: The outer skin contains a number of antioxidants and are rich in insoluble fibre, vitamin K and potassium. While vitamin K helps in bone maintenance and cell growth, the presence of beta-carotene is beneficial for eye health. (Source: Thinkstock Images)

Kiwi: The skin of kiwi contains more nutrient than the fruit itself. It consists of a lot of fibre, flavonoids, antioxidants and vitamin C, which are helpful in boosting immunity, heart health and lung health. (Source: Thinkstock Images)

Mango: While mangoes are extremely delicious, its peels are highly rich in antioxidants, which helps in reducing damage caused by free radicals. Besides, it promotes weight loss, helps in digestion and are also high in fibre, which is good for heart health. (Source: Pixabay)